Len Ikitau's Strategic Move to Exeter: A Short-Term Venture with Long-Term Goals
Source: news.source.channelnewsasia
Australian rugby star Len Ikitau has signed a short-term deal with Exeter for the 2025-26 Premiership Rugby season, aiming to enhance his skills before returning to the ACT Brumbies. This move comes after his notable performances during Australia's tour of Europe, and is seen as a developmental step ahead of the 2027 World Cup.
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Len Ikitau, a Wallabies centre, has signed a short-term contract with Exeter for the 2025-26 season.
The move is part of a strategy by Rugby Australia to enhance Ikitau's development before his return to the ACT Brumbies.
Ikitau's performance during Australia's tour of Europe last year contributed to his rising profile.
His stint in England is expected to last nine months and is valued at around 770,000 pounds.
Ikitau expressed a desire for a change of environment and to experience a different style of rugby.
